Four-Level Filtration System To ensure the purest possible flavor, Café du Chateau utilizes a superior filtering system consisting of two stainless steel screens, a spring-loaded base that seals the edges during pressing and a lid strainer to trap any grounds. There's no unpleasant muddiness you typically get with other french presses. Quality Components for Lasting Performance Café du Chateau is designed in the European style with clean, modern lines. The base, lid, and handle are 304 food-grade stainless steel with a highly polished finish that imparts a brilliant shine and protects it from rust. The removable carafe is made from heavy, tempered borosilicate glass that withstands boiling water. BPA-Free and Certified Lab Tested All of our materials surpass food/drink grade quality requirements and are backed with certified laboratory tests, and all parts are BPA-free. Brew Like a Barista Café du Chateau comes with a complete, detailed brewing guide on how to press the perfect cup. You'll savor the deep roasted flavor, full body and subtle notes of your favorite beans from your very first cup. Lifetime Replacement Guarantee Café du Chateau is guaranteed for life against breakage and damage. Should anything happen to the press, we'll send you out a replacement for FREE.Safety Precautions-WHEN POURING HOT LIQUID, HOLD FRENCH PRESS BY THE HANDLE AND ENSURE LID IS ON. To guarantee carafe does not slip out of its stainless-steel compartment, use your other hand to gently press on lid when pouring.-Use caution while handling all parts of the French press, including the filters. There are sharp edges that need to be handled with care. The edges of the stainless-steel housing are very sharp! Inspect glass carafe for chips, cracks or sharp edges before use.